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Deadloch

Deadloch is an Australian black comedy crime mystery television series created by Kate McCartney and Kate McLennan.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Deadloch is an Australian black comedy crime mystery television series created by Kate McCartney and Kate McLennan. Set in the fictional Tasmanian town of Deadloch, it follows two detectives investigating a murder and a growing series of killings. The series premiered on Prime Video in June 2023 and returned for a second season in March 2026.

Premise

The series follows two very different female detectives who are thrown together to solve a murder in the seaside town of Deadloch. As the investigation continues, the case expands into a larger series of deaths and community tensions.

Production and release

Deadloch was created by Australian comedy writers Kate McCartney and Kate McLennan and produced for Amazon/Prime Video. The first season premiered in June 2023, and the series continued with a second season in March 2026.

Cast and characters

The principal cast includes Kate Box, Madeleine Sami, Alicia Gardiner, and Nina Oyama. The series focuses on the detectives Dulcie Collins and Eddie Redcliffe as they work together despite clashing personalities.

Reception

Coverage described the series as a darkly comic, subversive take on crime-drama conventions. Critics noted its use of mystery, satire, and social commentary within a whodunit structure.

Key facts

  • The series was created by Kate McCartney and Kate McLennan.
  • It is set in a fictional town in Tasmania and centers on a murder investigation.
  • The main cast includes Kate Box, Madeleine Sami, Alicia Gardiner, and Nina Oyama.
  • Prime Video released the first season in June 2023.
  • A second season premiered on 20 March 2026.
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Canadian context

Deadloch is available through Prime Video, a streaming service widely used in Canada, and may be of interest to Canadian viewers who follow Australian television and crime-comedy series.

Frequently asked questions

What is Deadloch about?
It follows two detectives investigating a murder in a small Tasmanian town, with the case developing into a broader series of killings.
Who created Deadloch?
Deadloch was created by Kate McCartney and Kate McLennan.
When did Deadloch first premiere?
The series premiered on Prime Video on 2 June 2023.
Where is Deadloch set?
It is set in the fictional town of Deadloch in Tasmania, Australia.
Is Deadloch still running?
Yes. Available sources indicate the series has two seasons, with a second season premiering in March 2026.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deadloch
    Supports: Creation, premise, cast, setting, premiere date, and second-season release information.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/deadloch
    Supports: Genre, creators, network, release date, and synopsis.
  3. Prime Video — https://www.primevideo.com/detail/Deadloch/0PSWNKLZU06NCWW1V2J4CVRBI5
    Supports: Series premise and platform availability.
  4. Apple TV — https://tv.apple.com/us/show/deadloch/umc.cmc.33f3r27zyjy3i93c7ab45ka62
    Supports: Series premise and tone.
  5. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt14671678/
    Supports: Country of origin, language, and release information.
  6. The Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2023/jun/01/deadloch-review-ripsnorting-whodunnit-pumps-new-blood-into-old-tropes
    Supports: Critical description, creators, and initial release timing.